Reimagining Government

Global Development

Reimagining Government

Show Notes

What might it look like to reimagine governance in global development where the Global South and Global North converge? In this episode, we shine a light on the people rethinking practices and challenging power dynamics in global development. Read the blog here.

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00:00 - 03:58 - Introduction

03:59 - 14:18 - Julie Mwabe: Sustainable solutions require local knowledge and engagement

14:19 - 26:19 - Giulio Quaggiotto: The importance of innovation in global development

26:52 - 35:18 - Roopa Sahoo:Telling the stories of people in Odisha, India

35:19 - 45:58 - Sanjay Purohit: Collaborating across levels and sectors to scale solutions effectively in India

45:59 - 49:12 - Conclusion

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